Bordertown

SA 5268 • Rest of SA

3,095
Population (2021)
$42,588
Median Income
141.73 km²
Area
97m
Elevation

About Bordertown

Bordertown is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in South Australia, located within the Tatiara (District Council) area. With a population of 3,095 and a median income of $42,588, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 141.73 km² at an elevation of 97m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of SA.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Bordertown is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Bordertown falls under postcode 5268 and is governed by Tatiara Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the MacKillop electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
5268
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-36.32°, 140.78°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
141.73 km²
Elevation
97m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$884
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,953
Census 2021
3,095
4.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,424
Income 2021
$42,588
23.7% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,268
Born Overseas 622

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 100
  • 2. Malaysia 93
  • 3. Afghanistan 68
  • 4. New Zealand 44
  • 5. China 39
  • 6. Pakistan 34
  • 7. England 22
  • 8. South Africa 19
  • 9. India 15
  • 10. Germany 14
  • 11. Sri Lanka 13
  • 12. Vietnam 12
  • 13. Netherlands 11
  • 14. Indonesia 9
  • 15. Zimbabwe 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,210
English 1,092
German 280
Scottish 227
Irish 198
Filipino 118
Chinese 55
Australian Aboriginal 42
Italian 37
Maori 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,978
Both parents born in Australia
697
Both parents born overseas
210
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
42.9%
Christianity
41.4%
Islam
6.6%
Hinduism
1.2%
Buddhism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
173 (5.6%)
5-14 years
353 (11.4%)
15-19 years
145 (4.7%)
20-24 years
199 (6.4%)
25-34 years
436 (14.1%)
35-44 years
393 (12.7%)
45-54 years
359 (11.6%)
55-64 years
354 (11.4%)
65-74 years
317 (10.2%)
75-84 years
249 (8.0%)
85+ years
109 (3.5%)

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